Shakti/Accupressure mats

[Chris]

Has anyone tried these? Any feedback/results from them?

I bought one just before Christmas and it's certainly a challenge - I got the 'middle' sharpness one and it's certainly pointy.

Don't really believe the 'woo' surrounding it, but I bought it as a way to build physical resilience and help me psychologically. Similar to my daily cold water wake-ups which I've now been doing for approximately 9 months.

 

[TeeDee]

Nope.

I have however stubbed my toe alot that it seems like an exercise in resilience.

I have looked at those mats - a little tempted.

 

[Toddy]

I bought a massage chair.
It's a good thing, it even heats up and sooths my sore back.

I think I'm getting too old to want to try thon fakir's bed thing.

 

[Chris]

Second session trying to use it. First go I made it about 30 seconds, left it a minute and then did 1 minute. Left it a few more minutes and then went for 20 minutes. Pushing through the initial few minutes of discomfort and it feels quite relaxing in a weird way.

I think I might have lost my waterproof qualities though.

 

[TeeDee]

Second session trying to use it. First go I made it about 30 seconds, left it a minute and then did 1 minute. Left it a few more minutes and then went for 20 minutes. Pushing through the initial few minutes of discomfort and it feels quite relaxing in a weird way.

I think I might have lost my waterproof qualities though.

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And thats how you get the best crackling.

How does your skin feel or what is the sensation after ? when you get off.

 

[Stew]

I have access to one and have tried it once or twice.

I’m not sure about it really and would be interested to see if you really feel any benefit.

 

[Chris]

And thats how you get the best crackling.

How does your skin feel or what is the sensation after ? when you get off.

It feels warm once you’re past the pain/discomfort, and a sensation like a satisfying itch being scratched. It forced me to relax the muscles in my back, which was nice.

Peeling off it felt uncomfortable for about 3 seconds and then felt just a bit… weird, but not in a bad way.

I think there was something of an endorphin rush.

20 minutes later I can still feel warm tingling on my back and I feel quite relaxed, but also psychologically pleased with myself for powering through the discomfort and finding the calm that felt like I could’ve stayed there for hours if I wanted.

 

[matarius777]

It feels warm once you’re past the pain/discomfort, and a sensation like a satisfying itch being scratched. It forced me to relax the muscles in my back, which was nice.

Peeling off it felt uncomfortable for about 3 seconds and then felt just a bit… weird, but not in a bad way.

I think there was something of an endorphin rush.

20 minutes later I can still feel warm tingling on my back and I feel quite relaxed, but also psychologically pleased with myself for powering through the discomfort and finding the calm that felt like I could’ve stayed there for hours if I wanted.

Wow, you’ve nearly convinced me to try one!

 

[Tengu]

stimulating the circulation is a good thing, yes?

 

[Chris]

Did about half an hour tonight, could’ve gone longer but wanting to head to bed.

Hardest part is peeling off of it, I reckon. It’s uncomfortable but worth it.

If I was in any doubt about my state of relaxation, my heart rate suggests I was not in the least bit stressed.

 

[Kirsty]

I received a level one mat and pillow this evening as a gift (was googling for info afterwards and came across this post). I immediately lay for half an hour in a state of complete almost sleeping bliss. To the touch it feels harmful, but after initial discomfort it is extraordinarily relaxing. I imagine the middle level spikes are more challenging!

 

[Chris]

Just had a little lie down on my mat for the first time in a few months.

Finding it quite easy, the break didn’t do much to lower resilience or anything.

Think I might give the sharpest one a go.

It’s also quite nice to stand on if your feet are tired, an aside I discovered this evening. Doesn’t hurt at all, just feels like a really nice foot scratch/massage.

 

[Danceswithhelicopters]

I thought it was a big Instagram advertising thing but I actually quite like it. Very tactile and therapeutic.

 

[Chris]

Tried the Level 3 spikes out last night. Level 1 is 8000 spikes, 2 is 6000 and Level 1 is 4000 spikes.

Certainly a step up from the 2! Took a few minutes to relax into the pain and then it disappeared and was comfortable again. I am glad I started with the 2, and would have struggled going from zero to 3.

Happy with it, though. It’s amazing how quickly it does relax you, even without believing in the spiritual claims surrounding these things. Half an hour before bed does the trick.